Traumatic brain injuries are an especially severe consequence of car accidents. Caused by sudden trauma to the head, car accident brain injuries cause a disruption in normal brain function. These disruptions can have wide-ranging effects on patients that can range from cognitive and emotional to physical and movement-based complications.
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A traumatic brain injury can occur in a car accident due to the blunt force trauma of a moving object in the car colliding with the victim’s skull, but this is not the only way. For instance, if a victim is thrown from the vehicle, a brain injury could occur. Yet, even the sudden deceleration or acceleration that can happen in a car accident could cause the brain to collide with the inside of the skull, requiring no contact with the victim’s head. This is one of the many reasons it is pertinent that car accident victims get a thorough medical evaluation before accepting a settlement from the insurance company.
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are generally considered difficult to diagnose. This is due to the fact that they are not readily visible and their symptoms may not manifest until days after the incident that caused them. Among the symptoms that are common even to mild TBI are:
In addition to physical symptoms, a car accident brain injury can also lead to a number of disorders that can be permanent and serious, including:
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury from a car crash, our traumatic brain injury lawyers may be able to help you. We will review your claim for free, and, if we decide to pursue it, we will thoroughly investigate the accident, review your medical records, and speak with professionals in the field to build a strong case for you. Fill out our free, no-obligation consultation form to get in touch with an experienced car accident law firm.
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